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One of my summer must-have aside from sun-block are my sunnies or sunglasses.  We have to protect our eyes from UV rays. Sunnies comes in different styles and shapes, it really depends on the shape of your face : what is suitable for you.  Aviators, wayfarers, round and catseye are the trend this year.   But you don't really need to buy a pair every year, as long as you care for them it will surely last a long time.  I remember my first branded sunnies is a Calvin Klein catseye tortoiseshell which I bought in the 90's... i can still use it.  No scratches and still looking like new... very vintage! I tried checking my dresser shelf where i keep them... and whoala!  I realized i have a couple of pairs...  guess i now need a nice organizer for these babies! :) My most recent purchases are Super Lucia and Catseye big frame sunnies from Mango.

At last I had to time to update my blog! Last week I received an invite from Ms. Yna of Mango-Eastwood: Mango VIP Sale - 20% off if you get 3 items.  I was so excited and can't wait to visit the store... I'm a Certified Mango addict since Mango opened their shop here in the Philippines.  I remember I used to go to Edsa Shangrila Mall just to shop for clothes.  Now it only takes me 15 minutes from home to Eastwood. (shops are within reach)      I really love their summer collection!  When I went to the store I really don't know what to get... almost all of them are nice, want to grab everything! (*wink)  I have told Ms. Kelly Santos - Mango's Country supervisor that I'll be "purita" soon... Of all seasons.. Mango's Summer collection is always the best!  Very trendy, vibrant colors, high quality everything you've always wanted for a summer ensemble: really fit for the stylish you!  And now it's more affordable, there are dresses...

Summer!!! Temperatures rising almost everyday... Don't let the heat affect our fashion style! This season's must-haves of course... swimwear, sunnies, sunblock, shorts... and of course bright colored accessories!   Fabulousity by Chiq♥ offers quite a number of bright colored accessories for you!  Pile, Mix or stack them... the more bracelets the better! Brights, neon, braids, florals... bangles, bracelets... What more can you ask for? Tory inspired petite braided bracelets MK inspired braided bracelets Stella Mish mash bracelets Stella Mish mash bracelets one of my original design for this season!♥ Stars & floral + purple & aqua combined... :) Let's all say HELLO to summer in style!♥

What is the first thing that comes to our minds if we talk about tortoise? Of course ... Turtle or Tortoise!  In the fashion scene, tortoise shell or  tortoiseshell is the material that comes from the shell of the hawksbill tortoise that is an endangered species.  It was widely used before in making combs, sunglasses and etc.  Tortoiseshell is brown and gold in color... very earthy and beautiful in appearance.  Since it's already endangered, so companies now use faux tortoiseshell. Tortoiseshell accessories (faux, of course) is one of the trends to watch out for this year... (Spring & Summer 2013) You can find them at Tory Burch, Michael Kors, Alexander McQueen and others. Juicy Couture Amber Acrylic Love heart toggle bracelet Tory Burch Tilsim Clover bracelet Tory Burch Luggage tag charm bracelet Michael Kors Watch Tory Burch Tilsim Equestrian necklace Tory Burch wide resin cuff

Yesterday I missed posting the accessory I'm wearing, so this day I'll be hitting two birds with one stone.. (*wink) I wore the accessories from my favorite fashion icons - Tarina Tarantino and Betsey Johnson.  I both love their fashion jewelry actually I have a couple in my collection.  They are also the reason behind my liking to create and design my own accessories.  Love the uniqueness, funkiness and style...which really stands out!  Pink and Black was my peg yesterday that's why I used my Gothic Lolita necklace from Tarina Tarantino's Pink head collection, it's her collaboration with Hello Kitty/Sanrio. Today it's Betsey's day!  I want something glittery and sparkling! From my Betsey Johnson Collection I chose this Iconic Cupid half stretch bracelet... ♥♥♥

Chains are making a comeback this year.  Since I love stacking bracelets so today it's Chain + Chain day!  I piled together Vintage chain link bracelet and Lovely leopard chunky heart toggle bracelet and to match the angel's wing charm on the bracelet I used Cherubs wings ring.

I really find animal prints glamorous!  This was supposed to be posted yesterday, but Mondays is really toxic day for me.  This is what i wore yesterday... and i really, really liked it!  Better to wear animal prints on plain black or khaki outfits so it will not overpower your whole look!♥